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Magne Pettersen

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MAGNE PETTERSEN

Magne was born in Sandnessjøen, Norway, on March 13th, 1975, and graduated from the University of Trondheim in 2001 with a degree in Film & Media Production.

Magne has directed many short films which have been selected for both national and international film festivals. His latest film, Parat, tells the story of a man who prepares for his impending death, only to discover that he is perfectly healthy. The ironic humor of the situation and sincere emotions of the protagonist have made Parat a success in the film festival circuit in Norway and abroad. Magne is currently writing the script for his feature film debut, I could have walked home blindfolded, based on the novel by Joachim Førsund.

FILMOPGRAPHY

  • Parat / All Set (2009)
  • Søpla / The Garbage (2009)
  • Zoom de Temps (2008)
  • Brekk / Burgled (2007)
  • Hopp / Leap (2005)
  • NyFilmOrden (2004)
  • Takst (2004)
  • Snekker for Anledninga / An Occasion For Carpentry (2003)
  • Rop til veggen (2002)